bicycle_disciple wrote:
> joseph, i have a specialized allez AL frame, which is an entry level
> road bike. i wonder if anyone here supports the idea of installing
> aerobars on the bike (i mean, do people ride like that on road bikes,
> if not on a specific tri bike?). i thought this might be a cheaper
> option and im not that much of a triathlete either but i would love to
> take part in one soon.
Go for it! Don't even bother with the tri bars, they will only make a
difference if there is a danger of you winning! You don't need special
gear to try. Just enter and see how it goes. As you get more specific
with your direction, you can add aero bars and see what sort of
difference that makes, and maybe someday get a tri-specific bike if you
really get interested.
I know people who have done triathlons on department-store mountain
bikes. Your bike will be fine, and you can add a clip-on aerobar later
if you like. Just make sure you practice with the aerobars, as they
take some time to get used to.
Have fun!
Joseph